Authorizes the public service commission to implement performance-based regulation of electric or gas corporations; requires that any such regulation shall provide performance standards and metrics by which such performance shall be measured.
Maddy summaryThis bill sets limits on property tax increases for New York counties, cities, towns, and villages (excluding New York City and certain counties). It specifically caps how much local governments can raise taxes to cover teacher retirement costs when the required contribution rate jumps more than 2 percentage points from the previous year. The law clarifies that these limits apply to most property tax levies but exclude certain special assessments authorized under specific state provisions. The goal is to prevent sudden, large tax hikes on residents by tying increases to predictable factors like retirement system costs.
Prohibits governmental entities from entering into agreements to house individuals in immigration detention facilities; requires governmental entities to terminate existing contracts for the detention of individuals in immigration detention facilities.
Maddy summaryThis bill allows unaccompanied children in federal custody (such as those under U.S. Department of Health and Human Services' refugee resettlement programs) to directly petition New York family courts for dependency status. It creates a new court process where children or their advocates can file petitions seeking court orders to ensure proper care, without requiring the child to be physically present in New York. The courts must determine dependency based on evidence like sworn statements, and if approved, can issue orders to protect the child's safety while recognizing their federal custody. The bill does not change federal custody arrangements but ensures children in these situations have access to New York's family court system for care decisions.
Enacts the "PFAS discharge disclosure act"; requires certain SPDES permit holders to conduct PFAS monitoring and disclose the results from such monitoring.
Maddy summaryNew York's bill A 10317 designates Cabernet Franc as the state's official red wine grape, effective immediately. This symbolic designation does not change any laws affecting wine production, sales, or industry regulations. It formally recognizes Cabernet Franc as the representative red wine grape for New York State, replacing any prior designation under state law. The bill has no practical impact on winemakers, consumers, or state policy beyond this ceremonial recognition.
Maddy summaryThis bill permits individuals receiving hospice services to enroll in managed long-term care plans without being forced to disenroll. It specifically prevents Medicare or Medicaid hospice enrollment from making someone ineligible for these plans, ensuring continued access to coordinated care. The bill requires managed care plans and hospice programs to coordinate services through shared care planning, clear communication protocols, and information sharing (while respecting privacy laws). New standards for care coordination must be established by the health department, with guidance issued to providers. This directly affects hospice patients, managed care plans, and local social services districts in New York.
Extends provisions of law relating to providing local governments greater contract flexibility and cost savings by permitting certain shared purchasing among political subdivisions from June 30, 2023 until June 30, 2042.
Maddy summaryThis bill sets a 12-hour maximum for consecutive home care aide shifts, requiring explicit employee consent for any work exceeding this limit. It directly affects home care aides (including personal care attendants and home health aides) and their employers, covering all work arrangements like direct employment or agency staffing. Key provisions include prohibiting mandatory overtime without express consent, banning retaliation for refusing overtime, and allowing limited exceptions only during true emergencies after exhausting all staffing options. Employers violating these rules face civil lawsuits, penalties, and mandatory compensation for affected aides.
Maddy summaryThis bill allows eligible free association libraries in New York to join the state retirement system for employees. To qualify, libraries must meet specific criteria: be state-chartered, serve all residents in their area, have elected trustees, get voter-approved budgets, receive 51%+ public funding, and file annual reports. Once approved by the library's board and the state comptroller, the retirement system becomes mandatory for employees, with the comptroller setting contribution amounts and ensuring equal benefits. The bill directly affects eligible libraries and their employees, adding them to the existing retirement framework under defined conditions.
